3 beaches in Sri Lanka perfect for surfing

Arugam Bay has a mix of waves that makes it popular with beginners and experienced surfers alike. Photo credit: Tommy Schultz

1. Arugam Bay

Arguably the best wave in Sri Lanka, it breaks over a rocky bottom at Main Point, which is excellent for intermediate and expert surfers. The sandy bottom at Baby Point attracts beginners with its leisurely, long waves.

Weligama surfing. Photo credit: Aleksandar Todorovic/Shutterstock.com

2. Weligama

Weligama is a 2km-long stretch on the South Coast. In Sinhalese, it means “Sandy Village”. It’s beginner-friendly, can be surfed throughout the year and on a good day, offers excellent long rides of up to 400m.

3. Midigama

Lazy Left and Lazy Right sit opposite each other in Midigama Bay and cater to all levels. At low tide, Lazy Left is longboarder-friendly with waves up to 500m. Rams is a right-hand break and welcomes advanced surfers with a fast take-off.